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Book Review of Gregor the Overlander (Underland Chronicles, Bk 1)

Gregor the Overlander (Underland Chronicles, Bk 1)
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This is a book I read to my kids. With most books that I read to them, they are usually squirming, whispering to each other or totally out in space. Not with this one. It didn't take long for it to capture them. Everyday I got to hear "When are we going to read about Gregor again?" I was so pleased. Not only did they love the book and are ready for the second one but I am too! It is about a boy named Gregor whose dad has been missing for a couple of years. He lives a life of some happiness but has great responsibilty and misses his dad. He's in charge of helping take care of his 2 year old sister - Boots. Next thing you know they accidently fall to the Underworld. There they meet amazing creatures and people. They find out later that their dad came the same way. From then on it is great adventures for the both of them on their quest to find their dad. Superbly written and action packed! It kept me wanting more when it ended.